Trinidadian Bake and Saltfish Buljol

Bake and Saltfish Buljol is a breakfast dish enjoyed year-round in Trinidad and especially on Easter. Boiled saltfish is sauteed with onions, tomatoes and scallions and paired with deep-fried bakes for a dish that bursts with flavor. Be sure to take the extra time to properly boil the saltfish to avoid a too-salty result.

Serves 6

FOR THE SALTFISH

1 lb. Saltfish

3 tbsp. Olive Oil

1/2 cup chopped Tomatoes

1/2 cup chopped Scallions

1/2 cup chopped Onions

1/4 tsp. Black Pepper

FOR THE BAKES

2 cups Flour

Salt, to taste

2 tsp. Baking Powder

3/4 cup Water

1 1/2 cups Oil

MAKE THE SALTFISH

Place the saltfish in a pot of boiling water and boil for about 10 minutes. Drain, add fresh water, and boil for another 10 minutes. Taste and repeat a third time if the fish is still very salty. Drain well.

Flake the saltfish into small pieces

Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the onions, scallions, and tomatoes and saute for about 2 minutes.

Remove from heat and stir in the saltfish and black pepper.

MAKE THE BAKES

Mix the flour, salt, and baking powder in a medium bowl.

Add up to 3/4 cups of water slowly, while stirring, until a soft dough is formed

Knead well, return the dough to the bowl, and cover with a towel. Allow to rest for at least 30 minutes.

Divide the dough into small pieces. Form each piece into a ball, then roll flat to form 4″-6″ wide circles.

Heat the oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Without crowding the pan, add the dough circles a few at a time and fry each side until golden-brown.

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